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Pregnancy & Postpartum Support Group

10:00am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room South
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:
Pregnancy & Postpartum Support Group Join us for this ongoing, face-to-face support group whose members understand what you are going through! They understand the highs and lows, the sleep deprivation, the joys, the pressures, the role shifts,...

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Toddlers (18-24 months)
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join in the fun with stories, songs, puppets and more that encourage development of early literacy skills in young children. For ages 18 months - 36 months. If your child is under 18 months old, Baby Bookworms is the program for them. If you...

Photography

Please note that photographs and/or footage may be taken throughout the event. These will be used by the library for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media. Please consult with a librarian if you have any concerns or if you wish to be exempt from this activity.

Unattended Children

Parents and Caregivers should be attentive to children under their care at all times during the program. Children are not permitted to be left unsupervised by their caregiver unless over the age of 10.

Ease into Iyengar Yoga with Nancy Kardon

11:00am - 12:15pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Scott Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:
Note: In person only Comfortably explore and use supports as needed (chairs, table, wall) to sit, stand tall and develop strength, flexibility, and balance. Cultivate attention/awareness, be with your breath, and build a reservoir of ease.&nb...

Scarsdale Writers' Center presents: A Holiday Festival of Writing

2:00pm - 5:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Scott Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join members of the Scarsdale Writers' Center’s critique groups in a celebration of writing, facilitated by Barbara Josselsohn and Jimin Han. Enjoy short selections from the ongoing works of our talented local writers, which they'll read aloud in ...

Virtual- First Jewish Americans: Freedom and Culture in the New World

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: History & Genealogy, Lectures
Event Details:
How did Jewish settlers come to inhabit—and change—the New World? Follow the trajectory of a people forced from their homes in Europe, South America, and the Caribbean, to their controversial arrival in New Amsterdam in 1654 to the political freedoms...

Sensory Playtime

10:00am - 10:45am
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Games & Recreation, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:
To accommodate as many children as possible, please choose only one Sensory Playtime session on this date to register for.  Encourage exploration, problem-solving, curiosity, and creativity in your little one through sensory play! Join us ...

Photography

Please note that photographs and/or footage may be taken throughout the event. These will be used by the library for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media. Please consult with a librarian if you have any concerns or if you wish to be exempt from this activity.

Unattended Children

Parents and Caregivers should be attentive to children under their care at all times during the program. Children are not permitted to be left unsupervised by their caregiver unless over the age of 10.

Mah Jongg Open Play

10:00am - 12:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room South
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:
Come to the library to play Mah Jongg!  This is open game-play for players of all levels as long as you understand the basics of game play.  We will play with the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) 2023 card and rules.  You can play t...

Sensory Playtime

11:15am - 12:00pm
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Games & Recreation, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:
To accommodate as many children as possible, please choose only one Sensory Play session on this date to register for.  Encourage exploration, problem-solving, curiosity, and creativity in your little one through sensory play! Join us for ...

Photography

Please note that photographs and/or footage may be taken throughout the event. These will be used by the library for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media. Please consult with a librarian if you have any concerns or if you wish to be exempt from this activity.

Unattended Children

Parents and Caregivers should be attentive to children under their care at all times during the program. Children are not permitted to be left unsupervised by their caregiver unless over the age of 10.

A Story and Craft

4:15pm - 4:45pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join in the fun with A Story and Craft, using age appropriate titles coupled with a fun craft, inspiring participants to engage in healthy discussions. These discussions stimulate positive communication skills that encourage development in children. ...

Photography

Please note that photographs and/or footage may be taken throughout the event. These will be used by the library for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media. Please consult with a librarian if you have any concerns or if you wish to be exempt from this activity.

Unattended Children

Parents and Caregivers should be attentive to children under their care at all times during the program. Children are not permitted to be left unsupervised by their caregiver unless over the age of 10.

Wag Your Tale! Session 1

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Registration Required

Wag Your Tale!

Books, Dogs and Kids -- A Perfect Combination! All our four-legged reading partners are certified, registered therapy dogs that come to us from The Good Dog Foundation.
Event Details:
Practice your reading skills with a story loving dog from the Good Dog Foundation. Please note each child will have ten minutes to read with a dog, your arrival time will designate your time slot. Please allow time to choose a book to read from our e...

Photography

Please note that photographs and/or footage may be taken throughout the event. These will be used by the library for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media. Please consult with a librarian if you have any concerns or if you wish to be exempt from this activity.

Unattended Children

Parents and Caregivers should be attentive to children under their care at all times during the program. Children are not permitted to be left unsupervised by their caregiver unless over the age of 10.

A Conversation with authors Gabi Coatsworth, Libby Waterford, and Bette Bono

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Scott Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Author Talks, Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for an afternoon discussion with three novelists writing in different genres and with different journeys to publication. Gabi Coatsworth’s debut novel, A Beginner’s Guide to Starting Over, was published this year by hybrid publisher Atmospher...

Wag Your Tale! Session 2

2:30pm - 3:00pm
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Storytimes
Registration Required

Wag Your Tale!

Books, Dogs and Kids -- A Perfect Combination! All our four-legged reading partners are certified, registered therapy dogs that come to us from The Good Dog Foundation.
Event Details:
Practice your reading skills with a story loving dog from the Good Dog Foundation. Please note each child will have ten minutes to read with a dog, your arrival time will designate your time slot. Please allow time to choose a book to read from our e...

Photography

Please note that photographs and/or footage may be taken throughout the event. These will be used by the library for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media. Please consult with a librarian if you have any concerns or if you wish to be exempt from this activity.

Unattended Children

Parents and Caregivers should be attentive to children under their care at all times during the program. Children are not permitted to be left unsupervised by their caregiver unless over the age of 10.

Library Chess Club

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room North South
Age Group: Elementary, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:
Library Chess Club is an opportunity for participants of all ages to engage in open chess play at the Library at 3:00 PM, most Saturdays during the school year. For players of all ages Basic chess knowledge is needed to participate. Ch...

Unattended Children

Parents and Caregivers should be attentive to children under their care at all times during the program. Children are not permitted to be left unsupervised by their caregiver unless over the age of 10.

Crochet Club

12:30pm - 1:30pm
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Elementary, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:
SHS students, Marin S. and Emily H., lead this Sunday crochet club for kids in Grades 3 through 6* (*last year's regulars are welcome too). Crochet Club starts in the Children's Program Room 30 minutes after the Library opens on most Sundays dur...

Unattended Children

Parents and Caregivers should be attentive to children under their care at all times during the program. Children are not permitted to be left unsupervised by their caregiver unless over the age of 10.

The Meanings and Pathways of Poetry and Fiction

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Scott Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Author Talks, Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:
Recently published poet, Harriet Shenkman, and novelist, Barbara Josselsohn, will read from their new works and explore the meanings and pathways of both poetry and fiction in conversation with memoirist and poet, Marlena Baraf. "In her new...

Makerspace Holiday Keychains

All Day
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Age Group: Elementary, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:
The makerspace is kicking off the holiday season with festive personalized keychains! SPL patrons can sign up for a customized keychain through the SPL event calendar. Just choose a name and color combination and we'll let you know when it's ready...

Yoga Tots

10:30am - 11:00am
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Scott Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness, Performances
Registration Required

Children's Yoga

This yoga class will integrate stretching, strength building and mindfulness meditation for toddlers.
Event Details:
For ages 2-5 years old. Please note that if you arrive 5 minutes or more after the program start time, your spot will be given to a child on the waitlist and you will not be able to attend this program. Registration begins on Sunday, November 2...

Photography

Please note that photographs and/or footage may be taken throughout the event. These will be used by the library for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media. Please consult with a librarian if you have any concerns or if you wish to be exempt from this activity.

Unattended Children

Parents and Caregivers should be attentive to children under their care at all times during the program. Children are not permitted to be left unsupervised by their caregiver unless over the age of 10.

Ukulele Jam Session

11:30am - 1:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room North
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Recreation, Music
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us in Meeting Room South for a ukulele jam session with others who love to sing and play music. Please bring your tuned-up uke, extra copies of any music you wish to share, and a fervent desire to have fun with other ukulele players. If desired,...

Baby Social Hour

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Babies (0-12 months)
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
Registration Required
Event Details:
Play is essential to development of young children. It contributes to the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional well-being of children. Bring your little one for an hour of play and socialization!  This program is designed for babie...

Photography

Please note that photographs and/or footage may be taken throughout the event. These will be used by the library for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media. Please consult with a librarian if you have any concerns or if you wish to be exempt from this activity.

Unattended Children

Parents and Caregivers should be attentive to children under their care at all times during the program. Children are not permitted to be left unsupervised by their caregiver unless over the age of 10.

Hybrid: Chair Yoga with Ellen Cohen

11:00am - 12:15pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Scott Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Online
Registration Required
Event Details:
The Scarsdale Public Library is offering “Chair Yoga with Ellen,” a seated yoga class, Tuesdays at 11 AM. The class includes building strength and stamina, stretching and guided meditation and breathing. This one hour class is free, for all levels an...

Expressive Watercolors - Art Therapy

11:00am - 12:30pm
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room North South
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us in the Scott Room for an expressive watercolor art program with Family Services of Westchester. The creative process of art is a calming and meditative opportunity to let go of stress and take joy in conveying emotions in a supportive and rel...

In Stitches - Knitting and Crocheting

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room South
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us at the library for an informal weekly knitting and crocheting meetup group.   Bring your own project and spend time with other local crafters. Knit, crochet, chat, share knowledge, and make friends.   There will be n...

Fossil Frenzy

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Elementary
Program Type: Games & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:
Be a paleontologist! Work with your friends to build a dinosaur using our foam dino-bones. Which dinosaurs can you discover and put together?. For grades K - 5. Please note that if you arrive 10 minutes or more after the program start time, you...

Photography

Please note that photographs and/or footage may be taken throughout the event. These will be used by the library for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media. Please consult with a librarian if you have any concerns or if you wish to be exempt from this activity.

Sponsored by Friends

This program has been made possible by the generosity of the Friends of the Scarsdale Library.

Unattended Children

Parents and Caregivers should be attentive to children under their care at all times during the program. Children are not permitted to be left unsupervised by their caregiver unless over the age of 10.

MAD Lab: Learn 3D Printing Design

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Elementary, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Makerspace, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:
MAD Lab: Learn 3D Printing Design  Registration required  Using the free Tinkercad program (download & create your account beforehand https://www.tinkercad.com) learn the basics of 3D design & design your own item for our 3D p...